Collaborative zones are for group work and collaboration. They are usually located in high traffic areas, with PCs, printing and help from staff available. Mobile phones can be used in these zones as long as you do not disturb others.

The University has a wireless network which operates in some cafes, campus grounds, tutorial rooms and at residential halls. Explore these to find many more places to study and access Library and IT services.

Study spaces Code of Behaviour

Please help us to maintain an environment in which you and other students can learn and study by keeping the following points in mind:

Choose the right zone to meet your needs.

Remember that your subject library is primarily a place to study. Make sure that you are not disturbing other people by talking loudly.

Litter is unpleasant, so respect the library and other people by clearing away your rubbish and recycling waste where possible.

Don't be a desk or couch hog – study and PC space is in very high demand. If you are leaving for an extended break, please take your belongings with you so that someone else can use the study space or PC. Your belongings are not secure if you leave them.

Treat fellow library users and library staff with courtesy, respect and consideration at all times.

If you are not behaving in an appropriate manner, we may ask you to leave the library. You may also be liable to further action under the University's disciplinary procedures.

Food and Drink in the University Library

Drinks and some food are permitted in the libraries.

Messy and odorous foods will be permitted only in the cafes and café terraces in Reid Library and Barry J Marshall Library. All drinks should be covered, and alcohol is not permitted in the Library. No food or drink will be permitted in Special Collections.

Library users will appreciate the need to keep the library clean and comfortable for others. General and recycling bins can be found in all libraries and cleaning products will be available from library staff if required.

SMS PAM (Please Assist Me)

Library users are able to contact Library staff without leaving their study space with the PAM (Please Assist Me) SMS Service. This can be used to report issues with noise, food and drink or other facilities to library staff.